The Covers came over to visit with Phoebe, who is now the proud owner of a fluffy pink sheep. (Carter’s got his eye on it but we’ve managed to divert his attention so far.) They also brought us delicious Thai food–hard to come by in Italy–and wonderful smoked salmon, cream cheese and bagels. Nothing could’ve been better for a former New Yorker, especially one who was sworn off all smoked/raw foods for 9 months… Delicious!

She’s here! Paul and I welcomed our daughter Phoebe to the world this morning at10 am. She’s beautiful, if I do say so myself. Happy, healthy and we are thrilled. More details plus photos to come. For now, family is resting comfortably at the birth clinic, heading home tomorrow. Thanks for all of your thoughts, prayers and well wishes.